» Review: Optic
Making impressive use of stage space the Theatre de l’Autre Côté humorously and perceptively explored facets of classic British culture by way of the pub. Quizzes, finding a table, footie, committee meetings and toilet etiquette were expressed neatly with punchy dialogue, cute accents, astute observations, and three pint glasses. Mime movements of mannerisms, fight scenes (the crane a la Karate Kid even got in there), acrobatics and a couple of dances added a sparkly touch. The highlight of the night was a sketch on humdrum 24-hour existence beautifully emphasised with acute sound and movements minus any props and multimedia aids. Refreshingly simple in form, Optic is a quirky insight into what pub life’s all about.
July 13, Upstairs at Three & Ten
3/5
By Monica Perdoni






